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Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests

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Nestled at the western end of Gunpowder House, Cooperage Apartments offer airy spaces with views over the Paddock and hills. Unwind in the sitting room by a wood-burning stove or enjoy outdoor seating under a balcony with bird feeding area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 686 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
The current price is AU$588
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests

Situated at the western end of the Gunpowder House, the light, airy, Cooperage Apartments afford views over the Paddock and to the hills beyond.

Lower Cooperage is accessed under the shelter of the balcony for Upper Cooperage and has outdoor seating and bird feeding area underneath the kitchen window. The front door opens into a large hallway with rooms leading off into the large sitting room enjoying fabulous views over the village (equipped with wood-burning stove, two single sofa beds for occasional guests, CTV, DVD), open plan kitchen/dining area (with oven, hob, fridge with ice-box, microwave & dishwasher). The opposite side of the hallway leads to a bathroom (with bath, over bath electric shower, w.c. and wash-hand basin), generous twin bedroom (with views up to Quarry Cottage) and spacious double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (with walk in shower cubicle, w.c & wash hand basin.

Car parking is in the area to the left side of the gable end, under the grassy bank

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 928 square feet

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Exterior
Upper Cooperage - a semi-detached apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 13 reviews
The price is AU$588
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Upper Cooperage - a semi-detached apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Lower Cooperage an Apartment That Sleeps up to 6 Guests
Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests Oban
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About the area

Oban is home to this cottage. Clachan Bridge and Carnasserie Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oban Ferry Terminal and Glencruitten Golf Club.
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Oban, Argyll and Bute

What's nearby

  • Kilmeford Church - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Arduaine Garden - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Clachan Bridge - 21 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Loch Awe - 22 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Oban Ferry Terminal - 29 min drive - 30.1 km

Getting around

  • Oban Connel Ferry Station - 24 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chartroom II - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Crafty Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cuilfail Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lord Of The Isles - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Gunpowder Kitchen & Bar at Melfort Village - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests?

As of 18 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$588.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests located?

Situated in Oban, this cottage is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Kilmeford Church and within 12 miles (20 km) of Arduaine Garden and Clachan Bridge. Carnasserie Castle and Ardmaddy Wishing Tree are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Lower Cooperage - an apartment that sleeps up to 6 guests Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ian B.

Always a high standard

Melfort never disappoints; excellent staff and accommodation -only downside on this occasion, Shower of Herring closed until new people reopen it on 10 October. However, nearby Cufail Hotel supplied excellent meals.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent Stay

We had a fabulous stay in Lower Cooperage. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful. We had booked another property and Margaret actually contacted us shortly afterwards and suggested that Lower Cooperage might be more suitable as our son was on crutches following a skiing injury. Olwyn welcomed us and made us feel really special. A fantastic place to chill but also plenty of things to visit on the area. The quality of the property was excellent and the crockery Denby was delightful and plenty of it. A truly fantastic break. We will be back !
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy N.

Lots of extras

Really impressed by this resort. Staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The site is very different from other resorts in having used lots of existing buildings to create apartments. There were so many on site facilities - impressive. Also the level of equipment in the apartment was excellent. Food processor, scales, books and games etc. Scenery is amazing and all around you. Beautiful place to go.
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10/10 Excellent

David C.

Family holiday

We had a lovely time over the New Year with our family. The accommodation was excellent and well equipped. We would have no hesitation in recommending Melfort Village to anyone thinking of booking a stay there.
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10/10 Excellent

A doggy holiday in a perfect place.

We were met with a lovely warm welcome. Cottage was perfect and comfortable with everything we needed. Weather could have been better. But our four legged friend loved every minute of his holidays. As did we. Liked it so much stayed for another week.
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10/10 Excellent

All very good, staff very attentive and pleasant..

Could not fault property or service. If we had to highlight slight niggle was the fact that the floorboards above squeaked and the guests were often on the move during the night. Small point but we have been to many such places and we have never been asked to strip the beds and fold the towels at the door for collection. As we say small niggles which would not put us off returning. We did not use pool area but we enjoyed snooker hall which brought back memories of misspent youth.
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10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and cosy

We had a very comfortable and cosy few days in lower cooperage cottage. The staff were so welcoming and helpful. A lovely restful break before the rush of Christmas.
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8/10 Good

A rural retreat

This is a good place to experience a peaceful, rural holiday near Oban. The Monday evening musical presentation was wonderful. If you have plans to do things in Oban, it is a half hour drive away. I think basics such as sugar, salt and pepper should be provided for the casual visitors who are only going to be there for a couple of days.
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10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Relaxing and comfortable

Very comfortable accommodation. Convenient for the restaurant and pool. There was no bedding for the bed settee which we noticed while reception was still open so was able to get some. We tried to book the restaurant but could not get in despite there being empty tables when we collected a take away. Food very good and reasonably priced. The village itself is a great location to do the various trips from Oban which is around 30 minutes away. Accommodation is well equipped also providing extras, i.e. Tin foil, salt and pepper which was very useful. Shower excellent.
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10/10 Excellent

Louis S.

Lower Cooperage Stay, May 2017

Very enjoyable stay. Very familiar both with Lower Cooperage and Melfort in general. Shower of Herring restaurant very welcoming and an absolute pleasure to deal with Kat. Food and drink at reasonable prices. Will look forward to returning next April.
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10/10 Excellent

Melfort Village

We enjoyed a very enjoyable week at this lovely resort. Our cottage was most comfortable with the option of a log stove if needed. The onsite restaurant serves delicious food and take away meals. There are some lovely places to visit in the area and the Staff were most helpful in advising on what to see and how to get there.
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10/10 Excellent

Magical stay

Once again Melfort Village delivered a wonderful relaxing holiday. Plenty for the children to do and relaxing for parents as they are perfectly safe. The new take away service from the Shower of herring was great, so handy after a busy day doing nothing.
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10/10 Excellent

A comfortable and well appointed break in a magical location

This was my first visit to Melfort Village in over 20 years, my family having enjoyed a timeshare there from the very early days to the mid-nineties. We lost my Mother last year, and she adored Melfort, so this visit was resonant with nostalgia, happy family memories, cheerful ghosts around every corner. Everything that I remember being great about Melfort was still great. The secluded location (worth the long drive and the slight sacrifice to the high street etc.. new visitors, stock up at the Co-Op in Lochgilphead or one of the supermarkets in Oban, depending on how you approach) is still as magical. A sheltered sea level basin, that opens out onto views of Loch Melfort, with spledid sunsets. No streetlamps to disturb the inky indigo sky, from which the stars glitter and sparkle on a clear night. Just the calming rushing of the Oude and the smell of the woodburning stoves (don't worry the kitchen has an electric hob, oven and microwave) to add warmth to the tranquility. Lower Cooprage was presented in good order, clean, comfortable, modern but not trendy or trashy. Plenty of utensils and things like a hairdryer are supplied, nice comfortable beds, warm substantial bedding with wall heaters if required. Be warned though, the logs, kindling and firelighters are not complimentary, but priced on a par with what you would pay at a supermarket. There is a DVD player, analogue radio and a freesat TV, our cottage had free wi-fi that was easy to access. There is a payphone in the pool building, but we found that our O2 handsets worked fine for calls, though the GPRS was weak (you are in the middle of nowhere, in the best possible way) Not an awful lot had changed since my last visit thankfully, fresh decor aside. The Shower of Herring has recently changed hands, and with it has lost some of the exclusivity I recall from when it first opened, on the plus side this means keener pricing and the availability of takeaway fish and chips etc, all cooked fresh, and served by friendly staff, with the Restaurant now serving almost as a community hub, with regular folk nights and tasting nights. The food was good quality and the portions bang on for the money, and best of all, our wee doggie was welcome too. I would recommend Melfort for couples, families, outdoor types, lazy types. We won't leave it another 20 years before we return, that's for sure.
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10/10 Excellent

very good

i would have no hesitation in recommending this accommodation` we had a great time`good for dogs too!
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8/10 Good

Karen W.

Great palce, wonderful staff, love it¬)

We love Melfort, this is our 3rd visit, lots for teenage boys to do, loveyl location, any small issues are dealt with quickly and in a friendly manner. Loved the quiz night too!
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10/10 Excellent

A magical Christmas time.

My husband and I together with our little dog Bentley have just returned from this amazing holiday village which is so very dog and child friendly. In fact it's probably the friendliest and most helpful resort that we have stayed in. The cottage was called Lower Cooperage and had two bedrooms and two bathrooms one ensuite and in both there was piping hot water and under floor heating. The cottage looked so welcoming after our long drive and it had got lovely Christmas touches to make it feel special whilst we were away. The cottage was very near reception, the meeting room for entertainment and the swimming pool and so easy to take our dog for his morning and evening amble. We were getting worried with storm alerts aplenty for the area but the staff reassured us that all would be well but supplied us with emergency provisions just in case but these were thankfully not needed. We celebrated our wedding anniversary well whilst away at Melfort Village and to conclude I would describe our Christmas 2016 as magically memorable. Many thanks all for everything, Jon and Kim Lees from Norfolk.
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10/10 Excellent

Cosy cottage

Very comfortable and cosy cottage, well equipped and very helpful staff. Nothing was too much trouble for them.